The Best Venues for Under 50 Guests

Written and photographed by Curator, lisa kathan photography

Updated august 2023

Small weddings are more popular now then ever!

There are a number of unique choices around the Chicago area for weddings with 50 guests and fewer, ranging from restaurants and rooftops, to secret gardens, and mansions.

We had two requirements for these venues to make this list: all locations have packages and pricing that allow for 10 to 50 guests, and they have space to host both your ceremony AND a reception or dinner party.

While some of the venues have garden or rooftop spaces, most of them also have year-round options.

the venues

CHICAGO

 
 

OUTSIDE THE CITY

 
 
 
Backyard, Barrington, Barn, Beach, Ceremony, City Hall, Courthouse, Curator - Photography, Downtown, Edgy, Elopement, Event, Hotel, Intimate, Lake Forest, Loop, Natural light, Officiant, Photographer, Photography, Relaxed, Rooftop, Venue, Venue Spotlight, micro wedding, tiny wedding, mansion, Tips & TricksLisa KathanLisa Kathan Photography, chicago cultural center, Murray Mansion, City Hall, Barrington White House, Byron Colby Barn, Alfred Caldwell Lily Pool, Publishing House Bed and Breakfast, Volo Wine Bar, The Lytle House, Emil Bach House, Starline Factory